Chief Operating Officer at Bitsin Travels And Tours

Job Brief

• We are looking for an experienced Chief Operating Officer to oversee our organization's ongoing operations and procedures.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible to secure the functionality of business to drive extensive and sustainable growth.
• The ideal candidate will be an experience leader who possesses excellent people skills, business acumen and exemplary work ethics.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement business strategies, plans and procedures.
• Establishing policies that promote company culture and vision.
• Overseeing operations of the company and the work of executives.
• Set comprehensive goals for performance and growth.
• Lead employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication.
• Participate in expansion activities (investments, acquisitions, corporate alliances etc.)
• Write and submit reports to the MD/CEO in all matters of importance.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and understanding of policies, rules and regulations of the industry and government.
• Manage relationships with partners and vendors.
• Keep abreast of market trends.
• Represent the business of industry events.
• Proactively increase sales by generating new business relationships.
• Developing quotes and proposals for prospective clients.
• Provide reporting intelligence to the business on sales performance.
• Work closely with the sales team to drive marketing initiatives.
• Prepare sales contracts ensuring adherence to law-established rules and guidelines.
• Analyze sales reports for key trends and provide weekly sales updates on activities and opportunities.
• Reach the revenue and profit targets.

Requirements and Skills

• Degree in Hospitality, Travel, Tourism, Business or relevant field. MSc/MBA is a plus.
• Proven years of working experience as a chief operating officer with a strong network of corporate bodies and organizations.
• Understanding of business functions such as HR, Finance, marketing etc.
• Demonstrable competency in strategic planning and business development.
• Exemplary sales skills and customer oriented approach.
• Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities.
• Well versed in various areas of travel (domestic/international, business/holidays, group/individual etc).
• Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving.
• Ability to present, persuade and communicate effectively.
• Demonstrable ability to handle crises.